My mornings began early and my nights end late, and some days I have about thirty minutes to get ready before I leave for work. That doesn’t carve out much time to put together a thoughtful outfit.

What most women struggle with is finding chic outfits that are effortless. Not to mention, you want to feel comfortable in an outfit you’re in all day. I enlisted my friend and stylist Alexandra Bendana to help find looks that will make you look like you’ve got your act together. Here are some tips for leaving your house looking fabulous in minimal time:

Ok, stick with me here. This is a little fashion forward for the office, even for me, but the more edgy, fashionable females at my magazine are sporting these. Pair the hat with a braid and you have a chic look on a bad hair day.